Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity

I am Steph! Thank you for being here! I am an occupational therapist, reiki master, specialised kinesiologist, and above all, a human being learning to express my authentic self! I specialise in neurodivergent affirming practice and trauma informed care. I am an AuDHDer (Autistic and ADHD) I also have CPTSD and a dissociative disorder. This podcast was named Alphabet Soup after I looked at my diagnosis rap sheet! I then realised none of this defined me, and I felt called to share with you my personal and professional experience and expertise to help you unmask and discover your true authentic self to live in alignment with who you truly are :)

Autistic Identity with Chelsea Luker, Autistic/ADHDER Psychologist and Author 12/19/2024

NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability 12/09/2024

NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability! Need I say more!? In this episode Anna and I address the following Myths and Mistakes: Myth: NDIS don't fund Core supports for children because it is parental responsibility. Myth: You need a diagonsis to get access to NDIA after the age of 7. Myth: The NDIS don't fund sensory items. Mistake: Asking NDIS to fund supports that it literally cannot fund. Mistake: Expecting NDIS to fund everything because you child has a diagnosis. Mistake: Thinking that homeschooling your child means more support via NDIS. Myth: Kids don't get funding for support coordination. Myth and Mistake: You plan manager will make sure you don't run out of funds. Myth: Providers should charge the prices from the NDIS price guide. Myth: Children should be funded for and attend intensive therapies and interventions while they're young. Anna is a passionate advocate and self confessed NDIS Nerd on a mission to empower parents and caregivers to engage with the NDIS with confidence and clarity. Anna is the founder of Common Ground Disability Consulting which supports NDIS Participants aged 0-14 years to understand and uphold their rights through an empathetic and holistic family approach. She is also the mum of a child living with complex disabilities. Anna provides one to one education and peer support to help Participants and carers access the NDIS, maximise outcomes from their NDIS plan and navigate the appeals process. She also publishes a regular Substack blog for parents to stay up to date with all things NDIS. Anna can be contacted at: Web: Insta: @commongrounddisability Facebook: Substack: Email: Connect with me, Steph: Email: Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: Facebook: Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement /episode/index/show/4196d27e-b648-4fb7-b17e-d7b8aba6f621/id/34357540